Leonard F. Chapman Jr.
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Leonard Fielding Chapman Jr. (November 3, 1913 – January 6, 2000) was a United States Marine Corps general who served as the 24th Commandant of the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1972. He was a World War II combat veteran, decorated for his actions in the Battle of Peleliu and the Battle of Okinawa. He retired from the Marine Corps after 37 years of service. In retirement, he served as the Commissioner of the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
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Leonard Fielding Chapman Jr. | |
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Born | (1913-11-03)November 3, 1913 Key West, Florida, US |
Died | January 6, 2000(2000-01-06) (aged 86) Falls Church, Virginia, US |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1935–1972 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | Commandant of the Marine Corps 12th Marine Regiment 4th Battalion, 11th Marines |
Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal (3) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star Medal Navy Commendation Medal |
Other work | Commissioner of the Immigration and Naturalization Service |
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